The Paul Reed Smith Studio in Cobalt Smokeburst is a masterfully designed solidbody electric guitar that blends vintage soul with cutting-edge versatility. With its distinctive pickup configuration, elegant aesthetics, and PRS’s signature craftsmanship, the Studio model is ideal for players who want the warmth and punch of classic tones with the expanded palette needed for today’s diverse musical demands.
Crafted with a mahogany back and a beautifully carved maple top, the Studio’s body features PRS’s violin carve, lending it a sculpted, refined profile that’s both comfortable and resonant. The Cobalt Smokeburst finish adds a striking visual depth, subtly shifting from rich, dark blues to deep, smoky edges that highlight the figuring of the maple top. This high-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish allows the wood to breathe and age gracefully over time, enhancing both the look and tonal response of the instrument.
The mahogany neck, built from a single piece of wood and set into the body, follows the well-loved Pattern profile, offering a substantial feel without being cumbersome. With a scale length of 25”, a rosewood fretboard featuring a 10” radius, and 22 frets, the Studio delivers a smooth playing experience whether you're playing rhythm or lead. The Bird inlays and inlaid PRS signature headstock logo provide iconic visual touches that speak to the guitar’s pedigree and elegance.
What sets the PRS Studio apart is its unique pickup configuration: a McCarty III humbucker in the treble position and two PRS Narrowfield® pickups in the middle and bass positions. This setup delivers the punch, articulation, and power of humbuckers, with the clarity and note definition often associated with single-coils—without the hum. The 5-way blade switch combined with a volume control and push/pull tone knob unlocks a wide range of tones, from fat humbucking drive to sparkling single-coil chime, all while maintaining PRS’s signature tonal balance and musicality.
The PRS Gen III Patented Tremolo bridge provides exceptional tuning stability and expressive vibrato control, while the Phase III locking tuners with wing buttons ensure fast, reliable string changes and fine-tuned performance. The nickel hardware adds a classic touch, blending seamlessly into the Studio’s refined aesthetic.
Finished with PRS’s proprietary nut and strung with PRS Signature 10–46 strings, the Studio is built for reliability, comfort, and sonic exploration. Whether you're in the studio, on stage, or simply practicing at home, the PRS Studio in Cobalt Smokeburst offers a rare combination of versatility, beauty, and pro-level performance. It’s a guitar that doesn’t just adapt to your playing—it elevates it.
Other specifications include:
SN: 0401440
Weight: 8lbs
- Body Construction Solidbody
- Top Wood Maple
- Back Wood Mahogany
- Top Carve Violin
- Number of Frets 22
- Scale Length 25"
- Neck Wood Mahogany
- Neck Construction One-Piece
- Truss Rod PRS Double-Acting
- Neck Shape Pattern
- Neck Depth at the 1/2 Fret 7/8"
- Neck Depth at the 12 1/2 Fret 61/64"
- Neck Width at the Nut 1 11/16"
- Fretboard Wood Rosewood
- Fretboard Radius 10"
- Fretboard Inlay Birds
- Headstock Logo Signature, Inlaid
- Neck/Body Assembly Type Set
- Finish Type High-Gloss Nitro
- Bridge PRS Patented Tremolo, Gen III
- Tuners PRS Phase III Locking Tuners with Wing Buttons
- Hardware Type Nickel
- Nut PRS
- Truss Rod Cover "Studio"
- Treble Pickup McCarty III
- Middle Pickup PRS Narrowfield®
- Bass Pickup PRS Narrowfield®
- Controls Volume and Push/Pull Tone Control with 5-Way Blade Pickup Switch
- Strings PRS Signature 10-46
- Tuning Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E
- Case Hardshell Case
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